January is a very cold and rainy time for sunbathing in Galicia, and not recommended. January is too cold for swimming in Galicia for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Galicia in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.
The average maximum temperature in Galicia in January is 12°. The average maximum temperature is 13° in the previous month and 13° in the next month.
The average temperature in Galicia in January is 9°. The average temperature ranges is 9° in the previous month and 9° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Galicia in January is 6°. The minimum temperature is 6° in the previous month and 5° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Galicia in January are 9.4 and there are 3.5 hours of sunshine per day on average during January making it not a particularly sunny month.
The ultraviolet index in Galicia in January is typically 1.8 during January. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Galicia in January is 16.1° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.
The average total rainfall in Galicia in January is 2.5cm and on average there are 16.5 rainy days in January making it a wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Galicia in January is 8° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 9° in the previous month and 7° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Galicia in January is typically 95.2%. The maximum relative humidity is 95.3% in the previous month and 92.5% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Galicia in January is typically 84.2%. The average relative humidity is 83.5% in the previous month and 77% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Galicia in January is typically 22kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 21kmh in the previous month and 24kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Galicia in January is typically 11kmh. The average wind speed is 11kmh in the previous month and 11kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Galicia in January is from the South West.
